Did you know that by 2030 90% of the workforce will need to acquire new skills? Of course, familiarity with AI and other emerging technologies tops that list which is why PowerToFly was executed to host our Emerging Tech: Advancing DEIB in the Digital Age virtual summit on September 25th & 26th bringing together thought leaders to discuss the intersection of tech, the future of work, diversity and inclusion.
We are excited to announce that this event was our biggest of 2024 with over 12,000 registrants who signed up to take part in a day of free workshops and fireside chats plus our interactive job fair featuring thousands of open opportunities.
We were thrilled to hear from leaders at our amazing sponsors Google, Meta, Moody's and Morgan Stanley who shared valuable insights while also discussing open opportunities.
Attendees also heard from Sara Davison on disrupting the boys' club of AI, Jyl Feliciano on navigating the intersection of innovation and inclusion and Catherine D. Henry on AI and the future of work. Several PowerToFly team members also spoke on such important topics as transferable skills, leveling up your career, and team empowerment in the age of AI.
You can re-live the entire event HERE! (Scroll down the page and click on the talks in the Schedule)
Thank you to our amazing sponsor:
Featured Talks:
Many candidates worry that AI will be a barrier to getting their resume seen by decision makers but what if AI could actually help uplift underrepresented professionals and improve inclusive hiring? Join us for an insightful fireside chat with Melissa Katz, Senior Vice President for the Talent Attraction Innovation and Strategy team at Moody's. Melissa will delve into how AI can be leveraged to minimize bias in recruitment processes, ensuring fair and equitable candidate screening and evaluation. She will also discuss cutting-edge tools and technologies that support DEIB initiatives and explore data-driven approaches to measure their impact. With over 20 years of experience in global talent acquisition and a strong focus on technology ecosystems, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge to this conversation. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how AI is transforming inclusive hiring practices in leading organizations. Melissa will be joined in conversation by PowerToFly’s Hunter Canning.
Building Bridges: How Employee Networking Groups Foster Diversity and Intersectionality
Join Pamela Compton, Executive Director and COO of Wealth Management Product Technology at Morgan Stanley, for an insightful fireside chat on the transformative impact of employee networking groups. Pamela will discuss how these groups have cultivated a culture of rich diversity and intersectionality, fostering collaboration and inclusion across all levels of the organization. Discover the role these networks play in empowering employees to bring their authentic selves to work, learn how to receive leadership buy-in, and hear how technology can help bring global teams together.
Google Account Strategists, Tech and Working for a Global Leader
What’s it like to work for one of the world’s leading companies at the forefront of tech innovation? Join Google’s Kathryn Davis and Juan Alba as we clarify the myth of what it means to be “good enough for Google”. Our panelists will discuss career growth, advice for those looking to pivot into Account Strategy, and how Google fosters continuous professional development for its employees. Plus, we’ll explore diversity initiatives through ERGs, work-life balance, and what it means to thrive in such a dynamic environment.
A fireside chat with Meta: The journey to responsible AI
We learned more about Meta and AI for good, best practices, and career opportunities. The team at Meta knows that building a future where AI and other emerging technologies benefit all people can’t be taken for granted: It is a collaborative effort among stakeholders, industry experts and community members. They’re committed to creating meaningful, accessible and fair AI.
- Skillcrush - They're on a mission to support our students—especially those marginalized by gender, race, and/or age—to learn in-demand tech skills and land higher paying and more fulfilling jobs.
- Maivenly - They turn your ambitious growth aspirations into reality by leveraging AI as your scaling catalyst.
Our proprietary AI adoption frameworks & AI growth systems accelerate business growth, overcome scaling barriers, and enable your business to achieve its full potential - without the proportional increase in costs. - Highspot - Delivers the industry's best sales enablement platform and tools for increasing marketing effectiveness, sales efficiency, and revenue.
- Catherine D. Henry - A renowned Futurist, and multi-award-winning expert in emerging technologies from the Metaverse and spatial computing to AI, enterprise innovation & Web3.
